Head of Nuclear Quality Assurance
Core
Ensuring quality and safety of operations, equipment, and processes within a nuclear fuel cycle facility by developing and monitoring QA programs.
Role type
Nuclear Quality Assurance Manager
Builds
Nuclear fuel production services
Domain
Nuclear energy / Fuel cycle
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Engineering fundamentals, Quality standards knowledge (10 CFR 50 Appendix B, ASME NQA-1, ISO 9001), Regulatory compliance (NRC, DOE), QA tools and methodologies (root cause analysis, auditing), Analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred skills
Nuclear industry QA experience, Fast-paced engineering environment experience, Advanced degrees, Quality certification (ASQ CQE, NQA-1 Lead Auditor)
Technologies
NQA-1, ISO 9001, 10 CFR 50 Appendix B
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain QA programs in compliance with NRC, DOE, and ASME standards; Conduct audits, inspections, and assessments to ensure adherence to quality standards; Oversee the qualification of suppliers and subcontractors; Collaborate with engineering, operations, and regulatory teams to resolve quality issues; Review and approve technical documentation; Support the development of training programs on QA policies; Prepare and present QA performance metrics and reports; Participate in regulatory reviews and inspections
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC